Planning and Reporting Manager

My client is a well known national business with operations across the country. They have a large loyal customer base that values the services they provide. They operate in a friendly professional manner that brings out the best in their close knit team. We're seeking an experienced Planning & Reporting leader to join a high-performing finance team on a fixed-term basis, covering maternity leave. This is a key role ensuring continuity across financial reporting, planning, and commercial insight during a critical period. Starting ideally in mid-July, you'll benefit from a structured handover before taking ownership of core finance processes. What You'll Be Doing Lead month-end and financial reporting processes Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and planning activities Provide clear commercial insights to support decision-making Partner with branch teams and stakeholders to translate financial performance into actionable insights Work closely with the CFO and wider finance team on day-to-day operations Manage a small finance team About You You are a confident and commercially minded finance professional who can step in and make an immediate impact. CA qualification (or equivalent) Strong experience across financial accounting and management reporting Proven track record in budgeting and forecasting Commercial acumen with the ability to understand and influence business performance Strong communication skills, able to engage non-finance stakeholders A proactive, self-sufficient approach with the ability to hit the ground running NZ experience is essential, and exposure to complex or operationally driven environments will be highly valued About the Team & Business Collaborative, stable finance team with strong tenure. Supportive leadership style – open, accessible CFO and executive team. Close-knit, down-to-earth culture where people work collaboratively. Opportunity to gain exposure to a dynamic, operational business environment. Why This Role? Step into a critical, mid-senior finance role with immediate impact Gain exposure to commercial finance in a dynamic sector Join a team that values pragmatism, collaboration, and autonomy Ideal for someone looking for a meaningful fixed-term opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr